Annie Kane is the managing editor of Momentum's mortgage broking title, The Adviser. As well as leading the editorial strategy, Annie writes news and features about the Australian broking industry, the mortgage market, financial regulation, fintechs and the wider lending landscape. She is also the host of the Elite Broker, New Broker, Mortgage & Finance Leader, Women in Finance and In Focus podcasts and The Adviser Live webcasts. Annie regularly emcees industry events and awards, such as the Better Business Summit, the Women in Finance Summit as well as other industry events. Prior to joining The Adviser in 2016, Annie wrote for The Guardian Australia and had a speciality in sustainability. She has also had her work published in several leading consumer titles, including Elle (Australia) magazine, BBC Music, BBC History and Homes & Antiques magazines.
James Angus becomes CEO of non-bank lender
Financial services veteran James Angus has been named the new CEO of a non-bank lender built for brokers.
LENDER • Wed, 02 Jul 2025
Former brokerage director sentenced to 12 months’ imprisonment
A former director of a brokerage has been sentenced for contempt of court involving ‘contumacious conduct of the most egregious kind’.
COMPLIANCE • Wed, 02 Jul 2025
Bank’s former head of broker becomes a broker
The former head of broker at Great Southern Bank has become the new franchise owner of an Aussie franchise in NSW.
BROKER • Tue, 01 Jul 2025
Wellness Wednesday: Will Hamer, Hamer Asset Finance
With the world of broking being as busy as ever, it’s crucial that brokers ensure they can deal with the stress of a constant barrage of phone calls, emails, and meetings
GROWTH • Tue, 01 Jul 2025
Qudos Bank-Bank Australia merger takes effect
The Qudos Bank-Bank Australia merger has officially completed, with Qudos Bank assets transferring over to Bank Australia, but both brands remaining in market.
LENDER • Tue, 01 Jul 2025
ASIC sues loan agency over alleged unconscionable conduct
A small amount credit provider is being sued by the regulator for unconscionable debt recovery practices and unfair contract terms.
COMPLIANCE • Mon, 30 Jun 2025
Open banking platform launches for brokers
An open baking portal has opened up to the broker channel, enabling them to access verified financial data for clients.
TECH • Wed, 25 Jun 2025
NAB appoints new leader to focus on digital, UBank
The major bank has announced a new group executive for digital, data, and artificial intelligence, who will also be accountable for UBank.
LENDER • Tue, 24 Jun 2025
CBA makes Simple Home Loan available to broker
The major bank has announced its new ‘Simple’ variable rate home loan option is now available to brokers.
LENDER • Mon, 23 Jun 2025